Average Daily CostsWhile meal prices in Tenerife can vary, the average cost of food in Tenerife is €39 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Tenerife should cost around €15 per person.
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It's not difficult to eat cheaply in the purpose built resorts, but it's not so easy to do so and get quality food. Outside of the resorts, where the Canarios live, you can eat very cheaply and extremely well simply by going local. These are some popular authentic places to enjoy cheap eats on Tenerife.
Past travelers have spent, on average, €39 ($41) on meals for one day and €60 ($63) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in Tenerife for a couple is €106 ($112). So, a trip to Tenerife for two people for one week costs on average €1,795 ($1,898).
Only the most remote restaurants and bars won't have a card reader. Mind you, you'll often find that some shops and restaurants prefer cash for small purchases. So, it's always useful to carry a few euros to help with budgeting and emergencies.
The southern municipalities of Adeje and Arona saw the highest demand for real estate on Tenerife in 2022. Prices here also continued to rise. With average asking prices of just under 4,000 euros/m2, Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas are the most expensive areas in the Canary Islands.
Tipping in Tenerife is not compulsory as in other countries, but the workers usually appreciate at least 10% of the amount purchased. The tip is not included in the bill and should not be confused with the 7% IGIC.
Tipping servers in restaurants and cafés in Spain, while appreciated, isn't mandatory. It's tough for Americans to get used to not leaving a tip, but locals generally don't leave anything extra at all in more casual eateries. In fine-dining restaurants, a tip may already be included in the check.
Budget-Friendly Travel Planning. How much money will you need for your trip to Tenerife? You should plan to spend around €128 ($137) per day on your vacation in Tenerife, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Can you drink the tap water in Tenerife? People in the Canary Islands tend to buy bottled water because much of the tap water here is desalinated sea water – it's safe to drink but not particularly pleasant taste-wise.
January is peak cold and wet time in Tenerife, if you want to avoid the wettest month but equally not suffer high temperatures or high prices the best time for you to go is between March and June.
The cheapest months include March, April, May (excluding the Easter period), October and November. The temperature in Tenerife rarely dips below 18°C in these months, so sightseeing, hiking and other activities are all still possible – and there will be fewer people on the beaches.
Drinking on the streetsAvoid drinking, smoking, or vaping in public spaces – either on the streets or on the beach. It's prohibited across all the Canary Islands. You could face a hefty fine if caught.
The Canary Islands have strict drug laws where even possession of a small amount can lead to arrest. The legal drinking age is 18, although you can drink wine and beer if accompanied by your parents from the age of 16. Drinking in public areas is illegal.
In Spain, tipping is entirely optional and it's not very common. You may see people leaving small change at cafés and bars and, eventually, someone tipping at a nice expensive restaurant. But most of the time, you won't see anyone other than tourists leaving a tip.
Tipping servers in restaurants and cafés in Spain, while appreciated, isn't mandatory. It's tough for Americans to get used to not leaving a tip, but locals generally don't leave anything extra at all in more casual eateries. In fine-dining restaurants, a tip may already be included in the check.
Areas to AvoidBecause of its volcanic background, most beaches in Tenerife are volcanic with black sand which can be hot under the feet. If you're after a traditional sandy beach head to Los Cristianos and leave the southern resorts alone. Playa la Arena is also notorious for pickpockets.
The Golden Mile is in the heart of Las Américas in the southern part of Tenerife. The wide avenue stretches for 1.5 km and offers a diverse range of luxury and franchise shops. Lining the open-air shopping paradise are many exclusive brands like Armani, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, and Zara, as well as local boutiques.